The Spring season is the time for recharging, moving forward, and enjoying the warmer days! After a long winter of snow, freezing temperatures, and shorter days, Spring is eagerly welcomed by everyone. The transition from winter to spring can sometimes seem hard so we want to give you that little nudge in the right direction to take advantage of this new season!

You have the motivated mindset to get out there so we are just suggesting the extra boost to get your legs moving!

We can’t suggest Matcha enough for all its health benefits and versatile uses! This energizing tea is rich in antioxidants called catechins, which are known to fight heart disease and cancer. Green tea also increases endurance and enhances fat-burn before exercise. Whisk or blend this health powerhouse as a hot or iced tea in the morning and you will be ready for anything!

Try this great on-the-go breakfast or snack to keep you energized all day!

Chai Tea is not only soothing in the Winter but also energizing in the Spring! When you have a busy day ahead, a cup of Pekoe House Chai provides long-lasting energy and focus without the jitters. A spirited organic Assam black tea wrapped in traditional chai spices will awaken the senses and energize body and mind.

February is the month to share love to friends, family, and loved ones. By chatting over a cup of tea, going for a group hike or just simply hanging out, we can all share some love! What better way to spread some sweetness then with your favorite chocolate flavors. Our Pekoe chocolate tea blends are the perfect addition to that chat, hike, or get together with your loved ones. In our cafes or at home, share the love of Pekoe this month!

Indulge in the nutty and chocolate enjoyment of real chocolate-covered almonds. Our Chocolate Covered Almond black tea offers the nutty and sweet flavors of coconut, safflower, almonds, and organic cacao nibs. Enjoy the comforts of chocolate almonds with friends or a loved one this Valentine’s Day.

A distinctive mate tea for energizing vitality, with cocoa and hazelnut bits. Our Chocolate Haze Mate blend sprinkles carob and hazelnut bits among toasted mate for a decadent yet healthy buzz. Share the comforts of chocolate with your loved ones at home with this seasonal favorite.

Share a cup of love with friends or loved ones at our cafes. Can’t make it to our cafes? We are always open at pekoe.com. Enjoy 20% off Chocolate Covered Almond & Chocolate Hazelnut tea blends online until 2/14/17. Use Code: CHOCOLATE

When thinking of the Fall season pumpkins, changing of leaves, and chai spices all come to mind. Chai tea is a great seasonal comfort with its spices, warmth, and health benefits. Why not enjoy our favorite flavors every hour of the day with these Chai Teas and recipes!

Wake Up with Chai

The drink you choose to have in the mornings can determine your whole day! Start your day sipping on a warm cup of tea that not only wakes up your mind but your body as well.

Pekoe’s Gunpowder Green Tea serves as the foundation for this bright chai blend, which features chili pepper as well as cinnamon, cardamom, and ginger root. Antioxidant-rich green tea nourishes the body and provides wholesome energy while the chili pepper helps to boost metabolism. A perfect blend to get you out the door for a morning jog or prepare you for a big work presentation!

Breakfast is the most important meal of the day so pair your warm cup of Spicy Green Chai Tea with these delicious Chai Pancakes using our Pekoe House Chai!

Chai ‘Pick-Me-Up’

It’s 2:00pm and there are still projects to finish and emails to write but the focus is gone. Sound like you? Siping on the perfect afternoon ‘pick-me-up’ to keep you focused and energized for the rest of the day is exactly what you need!

Our Rooibos Chai is a replenishing and naturally caffeine-free herbal blend. Enjoy smooth Red Rooibos tea with a classic spiced finish courtesy of ginger root, cinnamon, and cardamom. End your day with a steamy mug of Rooibos Chai to thank you body for all of the hard work it puts in throughout the day!

Need something a little stronger before your warm cup of Rooibos Chai tea? Enjoy and sip on this Chai Bourbon cocktail after a hard day at work.

Finally, Fall has arrived! We look forward to waking up to the cool morning air and walking outside to the bright colors of reds, oranges, and yellows. All the great things about this season allows us to forget what else comes with the change, allergies and the flu. The constant sneezing, running nose, and itchy eyes usually seem to spread from household to household during the start of the season. Luckily we have a few sip tips to help you get through the pollen-filled, sick days and out exploring the beautiful Fall season!

Block out the Bad! Sip some Revival.

Rooibos Loose Leaf Tea contains bioflavonoids that block out allergy causing histamines. In other words, sip on the many different flavors of Rooibos tea and keep the bad out of your system! Need a stronger flu defense? Peppermint helps provide relief for congested noses and irritated sinuses. Add in ginger and licorice root to help ease irritated respiratory passages and soothe your cough.

Sip Suggestion: Pekoe Revival Organic Loose Leaf Herbal Tea

Organic Pekoe Revival tea is made with immune-boosting ginger and mint. This is a unique and great tasting wellness-boosting herbal tea blend with naturally caffeine-free rooibos tea, peppermint, ginger, licorice root, and cloves. Reward your body after a clarifying yoga practice or high-intensity workout session with a healthy and flavorful loose-leaf tea that also aids in respiration and digestion.

Keep the Tissues Away!

Green Loose Leaf Tea fights off the common allergy symptoms of sneezing, coughing and watery eyes. Sip more on this tea and spend less time worrying about where the tissue box is!

Sip Suggestion: Lemon Flower Loose Leaf Green Tea

Enjoy the soft and subtle sweetness of green tea infused with lemon, chrysanthemum flowers, and whole chamomile. Lemon is high in vitamin C and antioxidants which help remove free radicals from the body and improves the immune system. This is a healthy and invigorating cup that is great morning, noon, and night. Chrysanthemum is used to treat chest pain (angina), high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes, fever, cold, headache, dizziness, and swelling. In combination with other herbs, chrysanthemum is also used to treat prostate cancer.

Life should be sweet!

Local Honey is a perfect way to sneak in a little sweetness into your daily drinks and food while fighting off seasonal local allergies! By adding local honey, overtime your body will start to become immune to the pollen in the air and keep you healthier during each change of season! Life is sweet!

Local Suggestion: Grandma’s Gourmet Honey in Alamosa, CO

Not only is local honey the perfect compliment to any tea. 20% of all Pekoe honey sales will be donated to the Colorado State Beekeepers Association to support our local beekeepers! Saving these bees will help save you from those irritating seasonal allergies!

Pumpkin everything, cooler mornings, and warmer drinks have finally begun to arrive! One of the nation’s favorite seasonal drinks are the well-known, Pumpkin Spice Latte. We like to do things different with our return of the Pumpkin Chai Latte using REAL pumpkin! You can always stop by our cafes for your favorite seasonal drinks like Pumpkin Chai Latte, Salted Caramel Latte and Vanilla Earl Grey Latte but let’s get you set up for at home too where you can still have all your favorite flavors and spices right in your kitchen!

Two of the country’s favorite fall flavors all in one drink! Don’t be fooled, our Pumpkin Chai Latte isn’t like any others. With no artificial flavors, we use REAL pumpkin, cinnamon, and organic loose leaf chai tea. With these three ingredients you can make a delicious seasonal treat at home! Brewing the perfect Loose Leaf Chai Tea is one of the most important aspects!

Want your favorite spices in more than just your drink? Try these delicious Chai Pancakes to complete the perfect combination of Fall!